Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is hiring a Lead UX/UI Designer to own the design of a sophisticated, data-heavy B2B platform. You will translate intricate geospatial and 3D datasets into intuitive, visual-first user interfaces by applying principles from interactive and game design.
What You'll Do
- Lead end-to-end UX/UI design for a complex, web-based 3D platform, from concept research to high-fidelity prototypes.
- Transform large, intricate datasets into immersive, interactive visualizations that simplify user interaction.
- Conduct user research with B2B clients in civil engineering and geospatial domains to drive design decisions.
- Develop a visual-first design system, including dashboards, modular UI components, and interactive maps.
- Apply gaming and interactive design principles to create engaging, responsive experiences.
- Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and data science teams to ensure design integrates seamlessly with platform functionality.
- Present design concepts to stakeholders, advocating for user-centered and visually clear solutions.
- Identify opportunities for innovation in workflow, data visualization, and interactive design.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience designing data-heavy, web-based platforms with a focus on visual interaction and engagement.
- B2B design experience, ideally in civil engineering, geospatial, or other technical domains.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating UX/UI leadership and visually compelling design solutions.
- Expertise with design and prototyping tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
- Understanding of front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience designing interactive data visualizations with libraries such as D3.js, Mapbox, or CesiumJS.
- Excellent client-facing communication skills to present and justify design decisions.
- An analytical mindset and strong user empathy to translate complex requirements into intuitive designs.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with game design principles or interactive systems.
- Experience with mapping libraries and APIs like Mapbox, Leaflet, or CesiumJS.
- Familiarity with geospatial or civil engineering platforms such as GISonLINE or ProjectWise.
- Background in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Game Design, or Visual Communication.
- Experience designing for platforms handling large-scale data transfer and processing.
Technical Stack
- Design: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD
- Front-End: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Visualization: D3.js, Mapbox, CesiumJS, Leaflet
Team & Environment
You will collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and data scientists.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Flexible remote or hybrid working arrangements.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
- Access to innovative tools, platforms, and a collaborative work environment.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, visually immersive data-driven platforms.
Work Mode
This is a remote position for candidates based in the United States.
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is an equal opportunity employer.
